The Indian Panorama

Description

Relish royalty,spirituality and wilderness in one unforgettable escapade

The hidden riches of India lie in its breathtaking beauty and its diversity of cultures. With world’s leading luxury train, Maharajas’ Express, you can embark on an unforgettable escapade that starts off with the capital city of Delhi. Guests journey their way through iridescent lands of Jaipur to reach the vivid greens of Ranthambore. We then take our royal guests to the ancient capital city of Mughals, Fatehpur Sikri and then to Agra where they can witness the immortal sheen of the Taj Mahal. They soak in the regality of Gwalior and discover the sensuous moods of the temples of Khajuraho. Finally we reach the sacred city of Varanasi, and observe the divine beauty of River Ganges and lastly we savor the elegance and imperial splendour of Lucknow.

Schedule

DAY 01- Delhi

Guests get to enjoy a traditional welcome and greet the luxury in a grand style at Delhi Safdarjung Railway Station.

Treat your appetite with a lavish dinner on-board.

Guests spend their night on the Maharajas' Express that leaves for the first destination in its Indian Luxury odyssey, Jaipur.

DAY 02 - Jaipur

Wake up to a delicious on-board Breakfast as you arrive at the Pink City, Jaipur.

To take a closer look at the history of Jaipur, guests visit the ancient Amber Fort which is known for its artistic Hindu style elements.

Maharajas' Express is a leader in cultural tourism and we ensure that our guests don't miss the cultural essence of our country. After visiting Amber fort guests proceed to City Palace/Jai Mahal Palace for exclusive Elephant activities where guests may choose to decorate them with bright hues, feed them or take the regal ride. This is followed by lunch.

Afterwards guests return to the palatial comforts of Maharajas' Express or may also choose to participate in the optional activities that we provide in our Indian culture tours. Guests can choose from

Spa facilities at the 5 star hotel

Private shopping tour

visit to City Palace Museum and the Observatory, the world's largest stone sun-dial that is colloquially known as Jantar Mantar

Guests can treat themselves to an on-board Dinner.

The Maharajas' Express then leaves for the second place in its Indian luxury odyssey, Sawai Madhopur to bring you closer to the flora and fauna of India.

DAY 03 - Ranthambore - Fatehpur Sikri

The world's leading luxury train arrives at Sawai Madhopur and guests proceed for an exciting Game Drive at Ranthambore National Park. The shimmering greens of Ranthambore are included in all our pan-Indian itineraries.

Guests can then return to the stately comforts of Maharajas' Express.

After an on board breakfast the Maharajas' express departs for the ancient Mughal capital, Fatehpur Sikri.

Guests can have lunch on Board as they arrive in Fatehpur Sikri.

Guests can closely explore the deserted city, Fatehpur Sikri where once the Mughal emperor, Akbar ruled.

Guests later return to the comforts of the Maharajas' Express for an on-board Dinner.

The train leaves for another alluring city in Maharjas' Indian culture tours, Agra.

DAY 04 - Agra - Gwalior

Guests Arrive in Agra and continue their Indian luxury odyssey with visit to the monumental symbol of love, the Taj Mahal.

Guests can enjoy a princely Champagne Breakfast atop Taj Khema and later return to the comforts of Maharajas' Express.

Maharajas' Express then proceeds for Gwalior, a new destination in our mesmerizing Indian culture tours.

Guests can enjoy an on-board lunch and then proceed to visit to Gwalior Fort, Saas Bahu Temple and Jain Cave Sculptures or they can also choose to avail spa facilities at Usha Kiran Palace Hotel .

Over the years we have created a niche for ourselves in Indian culture tourism and afterwards our guests can visit the Jai Vilas Palace Museum followed by Hi Tea in the compound of the palace.

Guests later return to the palatial comforts of Maharajas' Express. Guests spend their night on board amidst comfort and luxury as the train is stationed overnight at Gwalior.

Early morning the train leaves for Khajuraho to visit the magnificent temples of Madhya Pradesh.